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Lewis Downs - Drums teacher
Lewis Downs
DrumsFordwych Rd, London, UK10.7 km
£35.00
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Most recent review: 23 Apr 2021

Welcome to Kilburn Guitar Lessons! ​My name is Lewis and I am a professional guitarist, teacher, performer and composer with over 16 years playing experience. I enjoy teaching all abilities from advanced players with…

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Brian Hedemann - Drums teacher
Brian Hedemann
DrumsTottenham north London London North Tottenham…0.4 km
£28.00

Brian Hedemann is a Danish-born professional drummer, singer, guitarist, and music educator with over 25 years of experience. After two decades teaching music in London’s primary and secondary schools, he’s now…

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Keiran Pearson - Drums teacher
Keiran Pearson
DrumsIslands Of King Castle Hermitage Road Manor House…2.7 km
£35.00

Fun lessons that inspire self-learning and joy in drumming are at the core of my teaching - it's also the best way to see results! My students are confident, proficient and creative. School, university and adult…

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Ryan Small - Drums teacher
Ryan Small
Drums57 Ollerton Road New Southgate London England N11…4.4 km
£30.00

Qualifications: Bmus Degree Popular Music - Guitar, Rockschool LRSL - Teaching Licentiate

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Victoria Smith - Drums teacher
Victoria Smith
DrumsRailway Arch 304 Frederick Terrace, London E8 4EW…6.5 km
£30

I am a professional drummer and drum teacher offering high-quality, one-to-one drum tuition from a dedicated studio space in Haggerston, East London. Alongside my teaching work, I maintain an active career as a session…

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Alexander Savva - Drums teacher
Alexander Savva
DrumsOakleigh Rd N, London N20 0UA, UK7.1 km
£30.00

I have my own purpose built studio with a full acoustic drum kit set up and an additional electronic drum kit where I will be seated so that there is a clear and functional teaching environment for the student and I.…

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Rick Finlay - Drums teacher
Rick Finlay
Drums25A Rosslyn Ave East Barnet Herts EN4 8DH United…7.9 km
£39.00

A full-time professional drummer, percussionist and teacher since 1983, Rick’s performance credits include Hejira: celebrating Joni Mitchell, Just East, Liane Carroll, Si Cranstoun, Des O'Connor, Jacqui Dankworth,…

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Charlotte Burke - Drums teacher
Charlotte Burke
DrumsLondon SW2,EN8,SURREY,WEST SUSSEX GB10.7 km
£15

I am a professional drummer and experienced music teacher with a lifelong passion for education and musical development. My own musical journey began in childhood through dance and piano, which gave me a strong…

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About Drum lessons in Tottenham

Find drum tutors in Tottenham offering technique, rhythm, and band coaching — with online tuition available for all levels.

Lesson formats

Tottenham drum teachers teach at local venues, studios, and online.

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Drum lessons: what to expect

Drum lessons near you

Find drum tutors for in-person kit work or online lessons focussed on technique and arrangement.

Who drum lessons are for

Beginners through advanced players seeking improved coordination, style and studio readiness.

What you’ll learn in drum lessons

Rudiments, timing, fills, stylistic grooves and recording techniques.

Online vs in-person drum lessons

In-person lessons work well for kit setup and dynamics; online lessons suit technique, click-based work and recorded feedback.

A simple learning path for drums

A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.

Weeks 1–4: Rudiments & timing
1

Learn basic stick control, single/double strokes and simple grooves to develop steady time.

Months 2–4: Coordination & styles
2

Develop limb independence, fills and genre-specific grooves (rock, jazz, funk, reggae).

Months 4+: Performance & studio skills
3

Refine dynamics, click-based playing and recording technique for live and studio work.

Getting started: what you need

Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.

  • A drum kit or practice pad, metronome and basic recording setup for feedback.
  • Comfortable seating and stick selection appropriate to your style.
  • Regular practice focusing on groove, rudiments and listening to reference recordings.

Styles & goals your teacher can support

Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.

Rock & pop
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Powerful, steady grooves and song-support techniques.

Jazz
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Brushes, ride patterns and improvisational comping.

Funk & groove
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Syncopation, pocket and advanced coordination.

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FAQs about drum lessons in Tottenham

Are there drum tutors for beginners in Tottenham?

Yes — many teachers in Tottenham accept beginners and young learners, offering step-by-step guidance.

How long before I can play with a band?

With focused practice, many drummers are comfortable joining a group within a few months of steady lessons.

Can I learn drums online?

Yes — technique, coordination and repertoire can be taught effectively with video feedback and structured exercises.